2000 Pontiac Piranha vs. 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2000 Pontiac Piranha is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pontiac Piranha (212 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Piranha should accelerate faster than 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Pontiac Piranha weights approximately 70 kg more than 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix (251 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Pontiac Piranha. (203 Nm). This means 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Pontiac Piranha.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Pontiac Piranha | 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Pontiac | Pontiac |
| Model | Piranha | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2740 mm |
